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Help!!! HRM Confusion! Pyle Sport?
Posted this earlier, but no one responded. Hoping to get some answers. After much input about inaccurate calorie burn rates between MFP and cardio machines, the consensus seems to be that heart rate monitors (HRMs) are the way to go. I don't have a lot of money, so I have to go with an affordable option. I do most of my…
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Too much soy=hot flashes?
I have a question for any women out there who have experienced on-going hot flashes. I have read the studies that say soy can help reduce hot flashes. Can too much soy make them worse, in your experience? I'm really looking for personal experience here, not scientific studies-but if you have 'em, post 'em. I just noticed…
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legumes and fiber
I'm trying to get started with this low-carb lifestyle again. The challenge is that I love beans-black beans, black eyed peas, kidney beans, etc. In the past during induction I've had fiber issues-no fruit, no grain, no fiber! So I usually make that up by adding beans. But I just added all the bean soups to my food plan…
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headaches
Hi all, It's been awhile since I successfully followed a low-carb lifestyle. I lost a lot of weight on South Beach before I had kids, but that was a long time ago. I've recently been trying to start this up again-with an induction phase. I've been finding that by day 3 or 4 I have a nasty headache, or migraine. Do any of…
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Character development workshop
Hi all, Last Saturday I went to a local workshop on character development. It was quite helpful despite the incredibly cramped room. lol Due to the overwhelming response to the workshop and the long wait list, the organizer chose to record it and it's now available on youtube. If you're interested in viewing it, here's the…
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How do you make homemade veggie chips?
I tried my hand at making homemade zucchini chips this weekend. They didn't come as the recipe said they would and I was disappointed. Anyone have any tried and true recipes? Thanks!
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Slow Cooker liners
Okay so this might seem like a bit of a weird question. I use my slow cooker a LOT. I work full time and have two kids and husband to feed. In addition, I'm lazy. All of this leads me to want to slow cook regularly. But washing the slow cooker can be a royal pain! (You know I'm right. Admit it. You know. :wink: ) So I…
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Football munchies
Okay football fans, I need your ideas. For those of you who love to watch the Sunday (or other day) games with some munchies, what will you be serving to keep it healthy *and* tasty?
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Proper Plank Forms help
Just some quick help for forms. Regular Plank: http://www.yogajournal.com/poses/470 You can modify this to do on your elbows too, if it's too much pressure for your wrists. Side Plank: http://www.yogajournal.com/poses/783
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Anybody with young kids? Want a playdate/meetup?
Anybody here with young kids that might be interested in a kids play date and adult meetup? I'm thinking maybe at a park where the kids can play and the adults can walk and talk. Anyone know a good place? I'm thinking for the April time frame or on a Saturday morning.
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Need help! Favorite energy foods-what's yours?
Hey folks! I am one tired mama today and worked out hard this morning. So, I'm interested to find out what your favorite energy food is. Here are the parameters: Any calorie range (not my biggest concern right now) No nuts (they make me sick in large quantities, but it doesn't have to be nut-free, either) Not diet food-by…
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Challenge for the Week
I issued this challenge to my MFP friend's list and now I issue it to the larger community. This week try something new in the kitchen! Make a new dish sometime this week. It doesn't matter if it's an entree, a smoothie, a side dish, a vegetable, or a new way of making an old favorite. The idea is to try something new and…
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Weekly Menus!
New week, new menu! I always find it helpful to plan my week out in advance. This helps me to plan my meals so I'm not grasping haphazardly. It also helps me plan my calories, shop smart, and know when I'll want to do a bit more exercise for that special dessert if you kwim. :) I thought it would be great it we could all…
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Anybody else tried Youbars?
I don't know about y'all, but I am always in desperate need of easy breakfast and snack options. During the week I eat breakfast at work and I'm starving by the time I leave so I need a snack. I prefer something that's easy. I can bring hard-boiled eggs some weeks, which I do, but I can't have them every day. I like…
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Loving fresh produce!
This week I'm joining a new initiative called The Produce Box. They coordinate with tons of local farms in our surrounding areas to bring us fresh produce every week. I just subscribe, pay a weekly amount, and they bring me a box of produce! This week I get double strawberries, romaine lettuce, cabbage, organic garlic, a…
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Eat More to Lose Experts-Help!
For those of you who have used the "more is less" approach of eating more to lose weight, I need some help. I am trying to use this approach now, but so far I'm scared. I changed my goals to reflect eating a more realistic amount-I think. Here's the basics: I'm 39 and weight 206 lbs. I want to lose to 140, but my…
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Favorite home cardio-not running or walking
Okay, folks, I'm facing a week of being home with my kids next week. I like to do a good long bit of cardio work after my 30 day shred, but need ideas of what to do while I'm at home. At work I have a gym with a pool and machines, but at home I have none of that. With bad knees my doctor has banned running. Walking…
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Always tired-sleep help needed
Okay, this might seems weird, but it's what I need. I'm a full time working woman, a mother of two boys who are 5 and 7, and a wife. My husband works full time and is also getting his master's degree. That's just to give you an idea of how bloody busy I am most of the time. It's not an excuse, though, more a symptom. I am…
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Pyle Sports HRM
After much input about inaccurate calorie burn rates between MFP and cardio machines, the consensus seems to be that heart rate monitors (HRMs) are the way to go. I don't have a lot of money, so I have to go with an affordable option. I do most of my exercise (3/5ths) in the water, so waterproof is essential. I'm looking…
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Why the huge burn diff between MFP and the machine?
:huh: I've been on MFP since the top of the year, so not that long. Before that I had used Sparkpeople.com, though not for awhile. Here's my question: Why is there such a HUGE difference between MFP's estimate in calorie burn and what the cardio machine tells me? For example: I used the stationary bike today at the gym. I…
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Working out with Toddlers
This question came up on our company board this week and I thought I'd post my answer here, too. How is a working parent supposed to find time to work out as well? And by working parent I mean one who works outside the home or full-time in the home (you stay-at-homers have the hardest jobs of all IMO!), so all of us! Here…
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Lean Shepherd's Pie 212 Cals per serving
A lighter version of this Irish favorite! Lean ground turkey and instant mashed potatoes make it easy on your wallet and your watch. Whip it together in ten minutes and bake it for 20 and you're ready for a filling family meal that the kids will love in no time. I use carrots and celery, but you can use any veggies you…
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My stupid vent
Okay, I just need to vent...and yes, this is a very, very, stupid vent. You have been warned. :) I work in the publishing industry, which is highly dominated by women. Our building is currently being renovated. The bathrooms are being shut down, one floor at a time. It's our turn. So for the next 6 weeks we have to use the…
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Swimmers!
I'm trying to start a swimming workout on Friday mornings. When I walk I listen to music or radio. When I use the cardio machines I read. How do you keep the swim workouts from getting boring? Thanks! -Jenna
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If you like slow cooker recipes
Better Homes and Gardens has a special edition out right now for Light Slow Cooker recipes. It has 125 recipes, over 100 of which are below 350 calories! It's on news stands now and should be displayed until March 13th. It includes breakfast recipes, stews, soups, one pot dinners, sammies, and more. I haven't gotten all…
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Too much fiber- blog entry
I've been here for just a few weeks but I've seen several folks ask about whether it's bad to go over on fiber. I researched the topic and posted a blog entry answering this question for anyone who wants to read. It's here: http://www.myfitnesspal.com/blog/jcpmoore/view/the-truth-about-fiber-202607 . The basic answer is it…
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Okay...what's for dinner?
I am looking for some new ideas. I have two young sons, 5 and 7 years old, and a husband at home. My husband and older son are picky eaters. None of them likes tomatoes, but they will eat tomato soup from the can (don't ask for the logic, it's beyond me. They don't like actual tomatoes I guess.). As I grow weary of making…
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New here. 39 with two boys and an extra body worth of weight
I'm 39 and mother to two boys, 5 and 7. I have 80-100 lbs to lose. I've done it before and would really like to lose it for good. I haven't been active in ages and am hungry most of the time, so clearly i need to change what I'm eating and doing. My motivation is lacking though, or at least my will power.
